This creamy, layered No-Bake Pumpkin Delight is rich, smooth, and perfectly spiced - without ever turning on the oven. With a buttery
graham cracker crust, fluffy pumpkin cream layers, and optional crunchy pecans, it’s an ideal fall dessert for gatherings or make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
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12 full-size graham crackers (about 6½ oz), crushed
or 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs -
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons packed light or dark brown sugar
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Whipped Cream Layer
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2 cups cold heavy cream
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½ cup powdered sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Layer
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16 ounces cream cheese, softened
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½ cup powdered sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
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2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Gelatin Stabilizer
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3 tablespoons water
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2½ teaspoons powdered unflavored gelatin
Optional Topping
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¼ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
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In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
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Mix until evenly moistened.
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Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
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Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to set.
2. Make the Whipped Cream
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In a cold bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
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Divide the whipped cream in half.
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Refrigerate one half and set the other aside.
3. Bloom the Gelatin
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Sprinkle gelatin over water in a small bowl.
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Let stand for 5 minutes, then microwave for 10–15 seconds until fully dissolved.
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Let cool slightly.
4. Prepare the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Layer
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Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix well.
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Blend in pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt.
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Slowly mix in the dissolved gelatin.
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Fold in half of the whipped cream until light and fluffy.
5. Assemble the Dessert
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Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
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Top with the remaining whipped cream, smoothing gently.
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Sprinkle with chopped pecans if using.
6. Chill
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best texture.
Serving Tips
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Slice with a chilled knife for clean layers
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Garnish with extra cinnamon or crushed graham crackers
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Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Final Note
Cool, creamy, and warmly spiced, this No-Bake Pumpkin Delight delivers all the cozy flavors of fall with zero baking required. A guaranteed
crowd-pleaser for holidays, potlucks, or anytime pumpkin cravings hit.
